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Licensing for Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMO)

In this section

  1. What is mandatory licensing of houses in multiple occupation?
  2. What are the penalties for failing to have a licence?
  3. How do I apply for a licence for a house in multiple occupation?
  4. What do I need to make a licence application?
  5. How do I apply for a variation to a licence for a house in multiple occupation?
  6. How much does a licence cost?
  7. You are here: What amenities and space standards do I have to provide in my licensable house in multiple occupation?
  8. What is a temporary exemption notice?
  9. How do I get a temporary exemption notice for my house in multiple occupation?
  10. What are the changes to mandatory HMO licensing from 1 October 2018?

What amenities and space standards do I have to provide in my licensable house in multiple occupation?

Landlords must ensure the house in multiple (HMO) has rooms of a reasonable size and has enough bathrooms, cooking facilities and toilets for the number of people living there. The amount of amenities needed will depend on the type of property and the number of occupants living at the property.

HMO Guidance

The following document sets out the  amenities and conditions applicable for licensable HMO properties:

Houses in Multiple Occupation Guidance and Amenity Standards

Houses in Multiple Occupation Licence Conditions

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